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Why does my minivan not work in reverse?

Why does my minivan not work in reverse?

Take an 8mm socket and take the plug off of the solenoid pack and see if the van work in reverse and 2nd gear forward. If that makes it work in reverse, then you just have an electrical problem. I’ll try to find a pic of the solenoid pack in case you don’t know where to find it. Here we go… Just that one bolt and the plug comes off.

Why does my car not shift in reverse?

Seller claims the car shifts just fine going forward but will not move in reverse. Is this immediately clear that rebuild is going to be necessary? Are there less invasive repairs possible such as valves or controls or other parts which might solve this problem?

What kind of car is Dodge Grand Caravan?

I am considering buying a 1999 Dodge Grand Caravan with a reported transmission problem. Mileage is around 120k, and the price MIGHT be reasonable even if a trans rebuild would be necessary. I have not seen the vehicle yet, so I’m not yet committed to anything.

Can a 2000 minivan move in any gear?

Van will not move in any gear, engine just revs. 2000 Caravan 3.0 Trans will not engage any gear HELP!

Is there a warranty on a 90 Grand Caravan?

Dealership mechanic who happens to be my neighbor recommended a local trans. shop. They will do it for $1500 w/12k warranty. I had a ’90 Grand Caravan w/3.3 and same trans. rebuilt at 120k by AAMCO. It lasted 14k miles! I hate to spend so much for so little guarantee.

Take an 8mm socket and take the plug off of the solenoid pack and see if the van work in reverse and 2nd gear forward. If that makes it work in reverse, then you just have an electrical problem. I’ll try to find a pic of the solenoid pack in case you don’t know where to find it. Here we go… Just that one bolt and the plug comes off.

Van will not move in any gear, engine just revs. 2000 Caravan 3.0 Trans will not engage any gear HELP!

Dealership mechanic who happens to be my neighbor recommended a local trans. shop. They will do it for $1500 w/12k warranty. I had a ’90 Grand Caravan w/3.3 and same trans. rebuilt at 120k by AAMCO. It lasted 14k miles! I hate to spend so much for so little guarantee.

When do I put my van into drive or reverse?

Q: When I put my van into drive or reverse it doesn’t move. But while in drive or reverse if I rev up the engine it will start to go If I rev up the engine it will start to go for a few seconds then won’t move again until I rev it up My car has 245000 miles. My car has an automatic transmission.

What was the transmission failure on a Dodge Caravan?

Could not get it to go into a forward or reverse gear. Marketplace Dodge dealer in rochester, NY states a thrust bearing in transmission shattered tearing through gears. Cost $2,790 to repair, mileage 41,000, 2002 Dodge caravan. Transmission failure 1996 Dodge Grand Caravan.

How much does it cost to fix a 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan?

Van was slipping not going into gear when it was cold and now just will not go into gear. The transmission is shot has to be rebuilt will cost anywhere from $2300 to $2800 to fix. See all problems of the 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan .

Why is my Dodge Grand Caravan not shifting?

See all problems of the 1997 Dodge Grand Caravan . While driving 20 mph, the driver was not able to shift into third gear. The driver tried to shift gears numerous times but was not able to do so. The vehicle was taken to a garage for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver there was nothing wrong with the vehicle.

Q: When I put my van into drive or reverse it doesn’t move. But while in drive or reverse if I rev up the engine it will start to go If I rev up the engine it will start to go for a few seconds then won’t move again until I rev it up My car has 245000 miles. My car has an automatic transmission.

What should I do if my Chrysler minivan has no reverse?

My first step would be to pull the plug off the solenoid and see if reverse operates in forced limp mode. No CEL, no codes. Fluid is clean and smells good. The dealership says major problem; have to take it out to diagnose further. $2000 for complete rebuild with 12k warranty (thats less than six months for me).

I am considering buying a 1999 Dodge Grand Caravan with a reported transmission problem. Mileage is around 120k, and the price MIGHT be reasonable even if a trans rebuild would be necessary. I have not seen the vehicle yet, so I’m not yet committed to anything.

Seller claims the car shifts just fine going forward but will not move in reverse. Is this immediately clear that rebuild is going to be necessary? Are there less invasive repairs possible such as valves or controls or other parts which might solve this problem?

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